The Chargers signed Eric Kendricks to a two-year deal on Monday.
Here is what Los Angeles’ linebacker depth chart looks like following the addition of Kendricks.
| Position | Starter | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| ILB | Eric Kendricks | Nick Niemann | Tyreek Maddox-Williams | |
| ILB | Kenneth Murray | Amen Ogbongmebiga | Damon Lloyd |
The signing of Kendricks indicates that Drue Tranquill is all but gone. Tranquill could be seeking $8-9 million, rightfully so, which is out of the Chargers’ price range. Kendricks has defended the run well throughout his career, which Los Angeles needs in the middle of their defense.
Murray, the former first-round pick, is entering the final year of his rookie deal after the Chargers chose not to exercise his fifth-year option. Murray is a player who has struggled to live up to his draft status so far, which is why the Bolts chose to sign a player proven like Kendricks to help the room.
This past season, Niemann and Ogbongmebiga combined for nine total tackles and 22 defensive snaps. The two were key special teamers, a role they will predominantly hold again next season.
When looking at the group, it’s not the strongest and depth is needed. The Chargers could bring back Troy Reeder and turn to the draft to take one on Day 3. Someone like Tulane’s Dorian Williams, Auburn’s Owen Pappoe, TCU’s Dee Winters or Tennessee’s Jeremy Banks would be a good addition.
